70's Kami... Doing a History... Need some help!

MrMechanic1966 wrote:

Thanks for the responses. So far I have found and bought 2 original Kami Parts Break Down books, an original owners manual (its for an 80...

Thanks for the responses. So far I have found and bought 2 original Kami Parts Break Down books, an original owners manual (its for an 80 but close enough for me!!), an issue of Cycle Guide that has a full page ad (the black and white above is a copy of that ad, I bought the mag from "Dads" which is shown written on the above ad) and I own a copy of the color pic above also, bought off ebay. Other than that its hard to find much on them. As far as the Penton, I have seen that also on the net that there was some relation, but they are really close reletive's to the Chaparral bikes, very simular to Indian dirtbikes, kinda simular to Hodaka's, Shin San Tong, and Alsport bikes. The motors are Fuji and other bikes that used them were Rupp on some of their mini bikes and also Gemini. All have simular designs but none appear to be "identical".
Again, I appreciate any/all responses and any info someone may find and want to share.

David

MrMechanic1966 wrote:

Thanks for the responses. So far I have found and bought 2 original Kami Parts Break Down books, an original owners manual (its for an 80...

Thanks for the responses. So far I have found and bought 2 original Kami Parts Break Down books, an original owners manual (its for an 80 but close enough for me!!), an issue of Cycle Guide that has a full page ad (the black and white above is a copy of that ad, I bought the mag from "Dads" which is shown written on the above ad) and I own a copy of the color pic above also, bought off ebay. Other than that its hard to find much on them. As far as the Penton, I have seen that also on the net that there was some relation, but they are really close reletive's to the Chaparral bikes, very simular to Indian dirtbikes, kinda simular to Hodaka's, Shin San Tong, and Alsport bikes. The motors are Fuji and other bikes that used them were Rupp on some of their mini bikes and also Gemini. All have simular designs but none appear to be "identical".
Again, I appreciate any/all responses and any info someone may find and want to share.

David

MrMechanic1966 wrote:

I was lucky enough to fined the manuals on ebay! I just happened to see them for sale and I BOUGHT THEM!! I feel really lucky...

I was lucky enough to fined the manuals on ebay! I just happened to see them for sale and I BOUGHT THEM!! I feel really lucky to have them! I have the bike fully restored now. I will try to post a picture if I can.

MrMechanic1966 wrote:

Thanks. I have an original "ad" from Mini Cycle Magazine that shows the front turn signals on the top, so that is how I did them...

Thanks. I have an original "ad" from Mini Cycle Magazine that shows the front turn signals on the top, so that is how I did them! Here is a pic of the ad!

MrMechanic1966 wrote:

Hi. I am new to your sight, just signed up tonight. I am here hope'n I can get some assistance! First a little about me, I...

Hi. I am new to your sight, just signed up tonight. I am here hope'n I can get some assistance! First a little about me, I am mostly into Yamaha Enduro's from late 60's to late 70's newest. I have several and love these old Yammies. Recently I went on a "search and rescue" of an old '76 DT400. When I got there the bike was HEAVILY modified and I was not even really interested.... Until I saw the bike setting in the shed next to it...... Had never heard of one before..... A Kami KA-100. I saw it and had to have it. Long story short I was able to talk the man out of it (hadda buy both bikes). Now I am interested in trying to do a company history, as there is NOTHING on the net about this short lived company (around 5 years and was gone).
The reason for this post is I am looking for someone who has a couple old Mini Cycle Magazines. I am looking especially for the July 1972 issue. There is an article on Kami's in it.... Supposed to be the "Low Down" on the new company. Also looking for the June 1973 issue as there is another article on Kami's in it.
I would LOVE to have real copys of these magazines and if someone has extras I would be interested in buying them (if I can afford them). I would also be interested if someone would make copys of the articles in question from magazines they have and don't want to part with. I would gladly pay for copy fees and postage. Either way, let me know what you have.
Just an FYI, I know that there are copys of these mags right now on Ebay. I simply cannot afford to spend $50+ for one and $40+ for the other.
Thanks in advance to all who reply, and I hope someone out there can help me out.

David in Iowa

p.s. The pic I have as my profile is my Kami. I hope you guys like it!!

MrMechanic1966 wrote:

Yes, I am still here.

Dakami wrote:

Oilbeast I just bought 3 kami ka100 bike pulled out of barn for $350 for the three I'm excited. I cleaned the. Carb gas tank petcock...

Oilbeast I just bought 3 kami ka100 bike pulled out of barn for $350 for the three I'm excited. I cleaned the. Carb gas tank petcock and air filter and it started. Right up but is high revved he throttle is stuck open so a little more work left to do. That is the sprocket that I have on my three bikes. Do you all know what the value is of these bike or where to get them appraised or an idea of how to find the value of them? How about converting them to a 12v instead if the 6 v how difficult would it be to do that conversion?

MrMechanic1966 wrote:

Also.... The slide in my carb was stuck also when I got it. I tried to soak it loose with no luck. A good friend that...

Also.... The slide in my carb was stuck also when I got it. I tried to soak it loose with no luck. A good friend that repairs old bikes told me to take a propane torch and heat the carb body up. He said it would slide right out most likely. I was worried about melting the pot metal body, but carefully tried it. It worked GREAT!! Doesn't take a LOT of heat, just get it really good and warm and the slide came right out!

Good Luck!